STORE MGT/ASSOCIATE RESOURCE MGR at Kroger in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

Position Summary:
Perform all in-store Human Resources functions related to - talent development, total rewards administration, associate engagement, associate relations, and workforce planning. Provide overall store leadership on a limited, as-needed basis. Role model and demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Desired Previous Job Experience:


• Associate or Bachelors Degree
• Retail Supervisory Experience
• Experience in strategically projecting hiring needs in each department
• Strong Human Resources Knowledge
• Strong knowledge of state and federal labor laws
Minimum Position Qualifications:


• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in Human Resources related activities
• Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook
• Ability to take on tasks outside of expertise
• Strong Oral and Written Communication skills
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to achieve objectives through others
• Aptitude for Customer Service
• Ability to travel independently, as required.

Essential Job Functions:


• Actively and passively recruit quality candidates to fill store level positions
• Ensure adequate staffing to meet current and projected business needs
• Effectively use available technologies to track, support and assist with performance management initiatives
• Process product recalls
• Conduct global price comparisons per division guidelines.
• Support the training and development of staff through required programs
• Support and oversee qualification processes for classified positions
• Ensure completion of performance reviews for departments heads and new-hire associates
• Utilize knowledge of company total reward programs for all store-level associates to provide education to associates about their total rewards.
• Coordinate engagement activities reaching all store associates in all departments
• Actively support creation and implementation of Associate Insight action plans
• Advise supervisor of significant events affecting store associates
• Champion in-store communications such as newsletters, updates, Associate Avenue, huddles, etc.
• Assist in the execution of store special events including fundraisers
• Support the store Cultural Council and associated activities.
• Implement and/or support associate rewards and recognition programs
• Conduct job interviews, including exit interviews
• Oversee new hire associates onboarding activities, including conducting new hire orientation.
• Understand and comply with the collective bargaining agreements
• Provide management oversight of human resource operational metrics
• Ensure compliance with Company uniform policies and programs
• Maintain confidentiality
• Secure and maintain all employee records in accordance to company policies and governmental regulations
• Perform other duties, as assigned
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation